A new technology in concrete that could save New Zealand the amount of carbon emissions equivalent to 6.3 flights Auckland to Christchurch for every house built here on average has been brought into the country by manufacturer Stevenson.
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‘Concrete in life’ global photography comp launches
The third annual GCCA ‘Concrete in Life’ photography competition has launched with a call for amateur and professional photographers from around the world to capture the role of concrete in their lives and its role in the sustainable world of tomorrow.
HERA hits back: Is wood as sustainable as it’s stacked up to be?
Chief executive at HERA Dr Troy Coyle says that this is something that should be decided depending on the design of a building, and after looking at all of the facts.
All on the line: Keeping workers safe
Ensuring that policies and protocols are in place and communicated with all team members is key to safety on site, says industry experts.
Construction and workplaces rate poorly in first Work Wellbeing Index
Offer all the fruit bowls you like but it’s going to take more than that to lift employee wellbeing, says Jane Kennelly, Skills Consulting Group general manager of Wellbeing.
What a sight… Hydraulink and Caterpillar ‘wow’ airport-to-be landscape
In helping to maintain the massive fleet of civil engineering machinery, McCoskery described the Caterpillar gathering as one of the largest he has ever seen.
Company counts on Cat for rental power solution
Terra Power Systems recently launched a power rental division, now boasting a fleet of over 30 generators ready to go for both prime and standby applications.
The need for 5G in commercial new builds
One of New Zealand’s hottest addresses has looked to Kordia Solutions for the deployment of a 5G ready in-building solution as a core component of its ‘ready for work’ design.
The moon, or a balloon? ‘Epic’ connectors provide lightweight industrial solutions
Lightweight self-illuminating balloons are often used by filmmakers to provide even overhead lighting for night scenes.
Ficep’s success factors: Know-how, R&D, education and local presence
Ficep’s goal is clear – to satisfy the needs of the global steel construction market. It is a mission guided by strong strategic views focussing on technology, education, research and local representation.
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